Easy Microwave Caramel Corn Recipe in a Paper Bag | Welcome to Nana's

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor and is a healthier fat option.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

corn syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Honey provides sweetness with a distinct flavor.

food coloring

Omit for a natural look or use beet juice for color.

Pop 4 quarts of popcorn using an air popper and place it in a paper bag.

Measure out 1/2 cup (1 stick) of butter and place it in a bowl.

Cover the bowl with a plate and microwave the butter until melted.

In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of packed brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 cup of white syrup.

Stir the mixture together and microwave until boiling, about 1.5 minutes, checking for bubbles.

Once boiling, add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and stir until foamy.

Pour the hot caramel sauce over the popcorn in the bag, being careful as it's very hot.

Shake and stir the popcorn in the bag until well coated with the caramel sauce.

Fold down the top of the bag and microwave for 1.5 minutes, then shake the bag.

Return the bag to the microwave for another 1.5 minutes and shake again after cooking.

Pour the caramel popcorn onto a cookie sheet and break it apart while it's still hot, using a spoon to avoid burns.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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